LS polls: Modi reaches out to Rahul Gandhi, Big B, Virat Kohli and Khans to motivate voters

Modi's urge was made to Rahul Gandhi, Mamata Banerjee, Virat Kohli, all the three Khans, Ranveer Singh and Vicky Kaushal among others.

Out of his 29 tweets, the first few were made to his opposition politicians which include Rahul Gandhi, Mamata Banerjee, Sharad Pawar, Mayawati, Akhilesh Yadav, Tejashwi Yadav and MK Stalin.

In his message to politicians, Modi wrote: "I appeal to @RahulGandhi, @MamataOfficial, @PawarSpeaks, @Mayawati, @yadavakhilesh, @yadavtejashwi and @mkstalin to encourage increased voter participation in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. A high turnout augurs well for our democratic fabric."

He also reached out to industry stalwarts like Ratan Tata and Anand Mahindra to motivate voters for maximum turnout.

"Dear @RNTata2000, @anandmahindra and @ashishchauhan, India wins when our democracy gets strengthened. Ensuring maximum participation in voting is the perfect way to strengthen democracy. Can we all make this happen?"

For people from the showbiz industry, he used popular dialogues of films to appeal to them.

"My young friends @RanveerOfficial, @Varun_dvn & @vickykaushal09, Many youngsters admire you. It is time to tell them: Apna Time Aa Gaya Hai and that it is time to turn up with high Josh to a voting centre near you."

To Lata Mangeshkar and Sachin Tendulkar, Modi tweeted: "When @mangeshkarlata Didi, @sachin_rt and @arrahman say something, the nation takes note! I humbly request these remarkable personalities to inspire more citizens to come out and vote in the 2019 elections. A vote is a great way to make the people's voice heard."

His appeal to a young band of actresses was like: "Requesting @deepikapadukone, @aliaa08 and @AnushkaSharma to urge people to vote in large numbers for the coming elections. As renowned film personalities whose work is admired by many, I am sure their message will have a positive impact on our citizens."

In a tweet to Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan and Karan Johar, Modi said: "Urging @SrBachchan, @iamsrk and @karanjohar to creatively ensure high voter awareness and participation in the coming elections. Because...its all about loving your democracy (and strengthening it). :)"

Modi also appealed to cricketers Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni on encouraging voters.

"Dear @msdhoni, @imVkohli and @ImRo45,
You are always setting outstanding records on the cricketing field but this time, do inspire the 130 crore people of India to set a new record of high voter turnout in the upcoming elections. When this happens, democracy will be the winner!"

Modi also urged to former President Pranab Mukherjee and wrote: "Respected @CitiznMukherjee,
Being among India's most prolific statesmen and someone who has been active in politics for decades, you would understand the power of a vote. I request you to appeal to the people to enrich the festival of democracy by participating in large numbers."